Texas has produced some of the world's most influential individuals. Check out the Lone Star State's most powerful, and then which families Town and Country Magazine think have the most global influence in various categories.

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Texas has produced some of the world's most influential...

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The Bush FamilyListed as one of the most powerful in the "Global Influence" category, the dynasty has produced numerous political powerhouses. George P. Bush hopes to continue the tradition with his bid for Texas Land Commissioner.

Pictured: The Bush family in 1964 in Houston, ca. 1964

The Bush FamilyListed as one of the most powerful in the "Global...

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The CartersHouston girl Beyonce and husband Jay Z made the list in the "Power Couples" category. They are one of the wealthiest couples in show business and both released ground-breaking albums in 2013.

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The CartersHouston girl Beyonce and husband Jay Z made the list in...

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The de Menil FamilyThe de Menil family was recognized in Town and Country's 2013 list as one of the world's most generous families.

Pictured: The Menil Collection in Houston

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The de Menil FamilyThe de Menil family was recognized in Town and...

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The Jones FamilyJerry Jones owns the Dallas Cowboys and his family was recognized in 2013 as one of the world's most generous families. They donated millions to the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas in 2012.

The Richards FamilyThe fiery late Texas governor was known for her outspoken charm. Her daughter Cecile is president of Planned Parenthood and founder of the Texas Freedom Network, which works to counter the influence of the Christian right in Texas schools.

Pictured: In this July 18, 1988 file photo, then-Texas state treasurer Ann Richards delivers the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention in Atlanta.

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The Richards FamilyThe fiery late Texas governor was known for her...

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Culture and Style:FerragamoSalvatore Ferragamo may have died in 1960, but his wife and six children continue to grow the family's shoe business around the world.

Pictured: Ferragamo has reopened and expanded in a new boutique that is 11,000 square feet on Post Street in San Francisco.

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Salvatore Ferragamo may have died in...

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Culture and Style: PinaultFrancois-Henri Pinault is CEO of Kering and chairman of Groupe Artemis. Combined, the family owns multiple high-dollar fashion brands and stores.

Pictured: Francois-Henri Pinault and Salma Hayek attend the Stella McCartney show as part of the Paris Fashion Week Womenswear at Palais Garnier on Sept. 30, 2013 in Paris.

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Culture and Style: PinaultFrancois-Henri Pinault is CEO of Kering...

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Culture and Style: WeinsteinHarvey Weinsten (pictured) started Miramax with his brother in 1979 and has received more than 300 Oscar nominations for the company's films.

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Culture and Style: WeinsteinHarvey Weinsten (pictured) started...

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Global Influence: al-ThaniThe ruling family of Qatar is also behind news network Al Jazeera and is a big buyer in the contemporary art market.

Global Influence: al-Thani
The ruling family of Qatar is also behind...

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Global Influence: PeresIsraeli president Shimon Peres' children are also making names for themselves in the realms of business and higher education.

Pictured: President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama enter the East Room with Israeli President Shimon Peres for a dinner where he was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom June 13, 2012.

Global Influence: KennedyThe family has made a lasting impact on American politics and the younger generations are continuing the tradition - Joseph P. Kennedy II is a U.S. congressman and one of JFK's grandsons is a student at Yale and writer.

Business and Industry: Porsche-PiechThe family stems from patriarch Ferdinand Porsche, the brain behind the Volkswagen Beetle's design. The family is among the world's richest.

Pictured: A 1956 Porsche 356 A Carrera 1500 GT Speedster

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Business and Industry: Porsche-PiechThe family stems from patriarch...

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Business and Industry: OppenheimerThe South African family owns diamond and jewelry company De Beers. Billionaire Nicky Oppenheimer is head of the family and is the only person licensed to land a helicopter within one square mile of London.Pictured: Model Suzie Ford wears a Wildflower three flower necklace and matching clip earrings from De Beers and a 4-carat Aura Solitare ring.

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Business and Industry: OppenheimerThe South African family owns...

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Business and Industry: SafraThe family's legacy dates back to the Ottoman Empire. They founded the Trade Development Bank in Geneva and the Republic National Bank of New York.

Pictured: A man walks past a sign of the Safra Bank, owned by Edmond Safra in downtown Sao Paulo, Brazil.

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Business and Industry: SafraThe family's legacy dates back to the...

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Society: TrainaDeceased family patriarch John Traina was a shipping executive, collector and philanthropist. His children are heavily involved in the fashion industry.

Pictured: Max Snow and Vanessa Traina attend the Tiffany Debut of the 2014 Blue Book on April 10, 2014 at the Guggenheim Museum in New York.

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Society: TrainaDeceased family patriarch John Traina was a shipping...

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Society: al-HashimiThe Hashemite dynasty dates back to the Prophet Muhammed. They have ruled Jordan for centuries.

Pictured: Jordan's King abdullah II (R) talks with his Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah as they wait for the Palestinian president's arrival before a meeting at the Royal Palace on March 31, 2013 in Amman.

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Society: al-HashimiThe Hashemite dynasty dates back to the Prophet...

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Society: GuinnessThe family of brewers have also made their mark in baking, politics, fashion and missionary work. The younger generation is heavily involved in the fashion industry.